Personal Trainer
Christopher Gamble
- Total reviews: 75
Great initial assessment with Topher. He is very knowledgeable. I am excited to get started!
Jul 8, 2023
Great trainer
Jun 23, 2023
Topher is a good instructor, he pushes you to do tough exercises. One suggestion to him would be to provide more details about each exercise like which body part it covers. He should also include to use more gym equipments.
May 8, 2023
Excellent instructor: Has patience, always about demonstrating & explaining what you're going to do before you start (conscientious about ÿou know what you should do to avoid lousy movement habits), and good music to make exercising fun. I love that he explains what is gained from the movement he's directing, is gentle with correcting the action when necessary, and updates the expected activities before you move (to avoid injury based on your body's ability).
I'm looking for exercise routines. Please send. Thanks, Edwina
Apr 23, 2023
Great session! Still feeling the muscle burn.
Apr 19, 2023
It was a great first session! Topher was did an awesome job creating a workout plan that felt good and focused on my goals.
Apr 19, 2023
Awesome! Chris is very intentional about supporting his clients through their goals. He’s got great energy and makes you feel very encouraged.
Apr 19, 2023
Great job. Like your explanations, examples for corrections, and patiences
Apr 6, 2023
Topher is an incredible coach! I had done a lot of group classes before (Orange Theory/Shred 415) but the class I attended ended up being more of a personal training session. He helped me correct my form and was thorough with the why behind different movements and strength training exercises. Highly recommend his classes!
Apr 3, 2023
Topher is great. If he's teaching a class, I make sure I attend it.
Mar 8, 2023
Topher was very helpful to ensure my correct poses during our exercises. He was really educational in sharing techniques I can use in the future when implementing reps on my own, and how I can adjust and challenge myself safely. I really appreciated his encouragement when I followed through on something correctly, he was patient with my understanding and really explained the intention of all of the exercises. He was also very approachable and great to talk to throughout the class.
Feb 9, 2023
Chris is a great Coach/ instructor . Hoping we can get more classes lined up with Christopher.
Jan 10, 2023
Very educational. Clear instructions with corrections if you're off.
Dec 12, 2022
Topher was great! He provided feedback and his instructions were clear. 10/10 would attend another class with him.
Dec 12, 2022
Working with Christopher (Topher) was my first time working out with someone that has had many years of training experience. His experience showed early on as he helped correct my forms and assessed each of my workouts to help me get the most out of them. I would recommend Christopher to anyone wanting to step up there fitness to another level or looking for a trainer that is helpful and knowledgable.
Apr 25, 2021
I have been working with Topher for six weeks and he has created a custom plan to work through all of my old injuries and current issues to create exercises that are greatly improving my strength and mobility. I am constantly impressed with his rehabilitation focused knowledge and his tailored and systematic approached to getting me active and strong again. Every time I think I can't, he shows me that I can.
Sep 18, 2020
Topher is awesome! I haven't worked out in 20 years and I'm off the couch and gettin' stronger! Topher really focuses on technique and ensuring I avoid injury.
Feb 19, 2020
Always has new exercises and techniques to teach me and I really enjoy his coaching!
Feb 17, 2020
Christopher is awesome, always challenges me and teaches new techniques!
Feb 17, 2020
Adapted well to a large class in a small area. Has patience.
Feb 11, 2020
Great workout with Chris!
Jan 29, 2020
Great coach and great workout!
Jan 29, 2020
Chris is an incredibly knowledgeable trainer. I love that he imparts helpful advice and tidbits of information that I have never received before from other trainers. He also challenges me- his workouts are difficult but in a good way. I’m excited to be working with Chris and hope to achieve my goals under his guidance
Jan 26, 2020
He spent time with everyone correcting our mistakes.
Jan 15, 2020
I had an introductory session with Topher. I appreciated how gracious he is and that he has significant experience with clients of all ages across the lifespan- from youth to seniors. He can work with clients with a range of fitness levels with unique health goals and body types. I would highly recommend him. 5 Stars!
Jan 11, 2020
Amazing coach, tailors the workout to each individuals needs and goes above and beyond in every aspect! Could not recommend him more.
Jan 6, 2020
My husband and I had two sessions with Topher so far. He is encouraging, professional and we like his sense of humor. He customized the exercises based on our conditions and goals. Hope we get fit soon with his help.
Oct 17, 2019
He was great! Asked me what i wanted to work on and provided modifications for my injuries. Had good attention to form.
Oct 8, 2019
Very good / tough first lesson
Oct 3, 2019
Topher was very professional and nice even with a small class. It was a good toning workout.
Sep 13, 2019
Christopher is a sweet and fun coach to work out with. He kept talking to us throughout the routine and kept pushing us to do better. Great job!
Sep 12, 2019
Topher has great energy and is a great trainer. He’s adaptable and personalizes my workout to suit my style. Couldn’t ask for a better trainer
Sep 7, 2019
It was a great experience for my first personal training
Sep 6, 2019
Very motivating!!!
Aug 27, 2019
Thorough and professional.
Jul 3, 2019
Great energy!
Jun 5, 2019
Good coach definitely recomend.
May 17, 2019
Very encouraging and motivated
May 4, 2019
Christopher does a great job of motivating his class! It's also a fantastic idea to partner people up throughout the workout so to build community and to keep us accountable to work hard.
Apr 26, 2019
Enjoy working out with Chris.
Feb 24, 2019
I was amazed at the way Christopher conducted the class in Ridgedale 2/14/2019. I would give a 5 star review to him, it was not too hard on any of us, a solid workout, encouraging and very professional, still showed individual attention, thanked him personally also. Great job!
His sense of humor is awesome :-)
Feb 18, 2019
Great trainer!
Jan 30, 2019
Chris is great! He knows your strengths and weaknesses and trains accordingly. He’s great at motivating too!
Dec 9, 2018
Chris was great, he had a good sense of humor and kept us motivated to push through.
Nov 14, 2018
Chris was great! He pushed us and was very encouraging! Loved the way he would say what muscle groups were being targeted.
Nov 8, 2018
Christopher was great, I was fortunate to have a 1 on 1 and he was very observant of difficulties for me and started out on a great pace, also he checked in quiet a bit to see how I was doing throughout the process!
Nov 8, 2018
I was really nervous about starting a program like this being 59 years old and almost 200 lbs. I have never done anything like this before and worried that he would be pushy and it would feel like boot camp. I couldn't have been more wrong. Chris was amazing! I felt so comfortable that I was kind of disappointed when the hour was over. I'm actually looking forward to my next workout, thanks Chris!
Nov 2, 2018
So funny and goofy! Great coach and lots of fun!
Oct 29, 2018
Chris is amazing! Keep coming back to his classes!
Oct 28, 2018
Chris is the best! He really motivates us to work hard but is always able to help us find modifications when we need it. I definitely feel stronger after each session
Oct 11, 2018
Easy going and effortless.
Oct 2, 2018
Chris is very knowledgable and comes up with a great mix of cardio and strength workouts. His workout plans are exciting and he always pushes to put the maximum effort. Looking forward to working with Chris and attain my fitness goals.
Sep 20, 2018
I actually like Chris as a trainer. For my first time having someone in that capacity, he does an excellent job in making sure I push myself to be my very best. I feel like I accomplished something after I leave a session
Aug 7, 2018
Chris is so great, he taught me about muscle groups and set me up with a personalized plan. I worked so hard and I feel great.
Jul 30, 2018
He is great! Friendly, approachable and most of all, effective.
I highly recommend Christopher!!!
Jun 29, 2018
positive and friendly coach. he could be a bit more organized but i suppose the gym is a bit small and difficult to maneuver in.
Jun 26, 2018
Chris was a great coach!
Jun 21, 2018
Christopher was so nice and fun! Even though there were a lot of people he made sure the exercises were done correctly and paid attention to detail
Jun 15, 2018
First session with Chris, fair amount of exercise with his clear instructions.
Jun 7, 2018
Chris was a great. He has a wide range of experience to draw from and can challenge people from any fitness and mobility level to get a great work out
May 31, 2018
Great coach, with direct and clear instructions....the class just flew by
May 17, 2018
Chris,
Is amazing. He is do positive and motivating. The best trainer by far. Makes you feel like you can achieve anything as long as you feel good about yourself. The best.
Highly recommend!!
May 15, 2018
This is my 4th training session with Chris, and I can feel a great progression towards my fitness goal. Being unfit for a long time, it was hard to get back on track. Chris has been designing great exercises and routines for my fitness level, and keeping me excited about working out more often. I can't wait to see the results at the end of my 12-session package.
May 9, 2018
Chris has been great. I particularly enjoy that he helps me stay positive while working hard. He is also very good about showing different variations of the same exercise so I can find the one that challenges me but is still doable. In addition, he is also very knowledgeable about fitness.
Apr 22, 2018
great class, thanks!
Mar 18, 2018
Chris is an excellent trainer. Chris arrives ahead of schedule and is well prepared for the session. We get to work immediately. He is very familiar with each machine in the training rooms and demonstrates effectively how to use the equipment as we utilize them. He watches me closely to make sure I am in proper form to get the maximum benefit from each exercise. He explains to me how each exercise is helping me. He encourages me to the next level of exercise. At the end of each session, he summarizes what we have completed and reminds me what to do until the next session. He is indeed an outstanding trainer and I would recommend his services.
Dr. J.K. Berry
Jan 13, 2018
July 2017 -I did my 5k walk. After a health crisis, I thought those days were over. First 6 months, we couldn't use cardio equipment. I couldn't even walk to the lockers - it would take too long. I left my keys in the gym sales office. Chris got a group of his clients to be there with me on the day and came out to support me over one year later. The difference between Chris and other trainers I've used is he can adapt quickly to accommodate the flexibility I have that morning and change the workout depending on, literally, what's moving today. It makes a big difference. I did the Swedish SummerRun 5k, OOTD walk in Ptld and training for the 12ks of Christmas 2017 5k. Thanks, Chris!
Nov 10, 2017
This was my first time at Bootcamp ever! Chris was very attentive and professional. He made sure my form was correct to allow optimal effect. Thank you Chris!
Jul 19, 2017
As stated above, he had a great balance of setting the expectations high and pushing with encouragement and smiles to keep us going. He was clearly well planned out and organized as well.
Jun 3, 2017
Great session! Really grateful to have found a trainer like Chris!
May 18, 2017
Excellent. Chris is dedicated and sincere, love his attention to details and really enjoyed our workout. Looking forward to more such sessions.
Jan 30, 2017
I have been training with Chris for past 1 and half year. Chris is a wonderful trainer. Training sessions that he conducts are innovative. I was never a fitness freak but Chris helped me to develop the right attitude towards exercising and helped me to get back in shape. His trainings include correct balance of weight training and cardio. I would continue my association with Chris for years to come as I feel they are extremely important for me to keep healthy lifestyle.
Oct 4, 2016
Chris has been my trainer for over 18 months. My husband & I train together 1x per week, & then I train alone with Chris a 2nd time each week. The workouts that Chris puts together are interesting, & definitely push me. My husband & I get an overall workout when we are together (with weights specific to our ability) & then when I train alone, Chris focuses on my personal goals. He pays attention to how I am feeling on any given day & adjusts sets as necessary. As I age, these workouts help keep me active!
On a side note, I don’t loooove to workout, & I can be grumpy. Chris is always the professional, makes it fun and continues to encourage me during my whining. I’m actually surprised sometimes at what I am capable of!
Sep 23, 2016
Chris makes every training session a success. Just when I think I can't do anymore, he's gets me through it. When necessary, he adjusts the weight, he adjusts the exercise, or he just talks you through it until you're finished. The only exception is when he cracks a joke and I'm laughing too hard to do the exercise. He helps me understand how to do the exercise correctly and what can go bad if I don't use proper posture or lifting technique. Chris has been my personal trainer for two years. I am impressed with how much stronger and faster I have become.
Aug 30, 2016
Chris's approach is, regardless of whatever level I show up in, to improve and learn ways to maintain this new level of fitness. "It's not 'I can't'. It's 'what do I need to modify so I can." It's worked. When I met him I couldn't walk to the locker room but recently I was able to complete a 3 mi. walk for AFSP in Portland. He's easy-going and workouts are always different. I hadn't been in a gym post-health issues so I'm very excited on my next fitness goal - a 5k.
Aug 24, 2016